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Freakshow
1989·Movie
·1h 37min·
Freakshow fingerprint
High energy, emotionally cool.
Energy
Tense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
- Tension7
- Scare7
- Fast Pace7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Melancholy5
- Pathos4
- Catharsis3
Humor
Some dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor6
- Absurdist Humor4
- Physical Comedy3
World
The mind
- Dialogue Centrality6
- Novelty6
- World Immersion5
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue7
- Direction6
- Acting6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing6
- Visual Stylization6
- Cinematography5
Energy
HighTense and scary
Fast from start to finish.
Freakshow is tense, scary, and fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Tension7Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Adrenaline6High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence6Physical conflict and intensity.
- Spectacle3Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
NoneEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Melancholy5Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia2Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics0Relationships and generational ties.
Related traits
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
MediumSome dark humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some dark humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor6Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Absurdist Humor4Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Physical Comedy3Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
Related traits
- Eccentricity6Oddball tone and quirks.
All world traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion5Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Rewatchability4Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Psychological7Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery6Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Surrealism5Dreamlike, bizarre imagery.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue7Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Character Depth6Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity6Layered plots and ideas.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative4Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing6Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography5Visual composition and camera work.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition4Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality3Songs central to storytelling.
Related traits
- Grotesque7Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Psychedelic6Mind-bending, trippy visuals.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
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About
Let your imagination take control...if you dare!
After being ditched by her cameraman because of her manipulative behavior at a murder scene, a reporter wanders through town looking for a phone she can use. She finds a small museum, where the proprietor invites her in to have a look around before leaving. In one room, she encounters a strange jar which causes her to have strange visions, visions that are supposedly drawn from her own mind. These 'visions' make up the rest of this four- part anthology, which includes horror and suspense stories about a junkie chasing a dog for his runaway fix, a pizza delivery boy who gets a Halloween surprise, a living but paralyzed OD victim forced to undergo her own autopsy because everyone thinks she's dead, and a deal between a golf course owner and a gravedigger that has some unexpected consequences.
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Questions about Freakshow
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Freakshow worth watching?
37
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 3.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Freakshow rated?
ViolenceDisturbing imagery
Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Freakshow?
1 h 37 min
Freakshow runs 1 h 37 min.
What language is Freakshow in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Canada.
What tropes does Freakshow use?
Gay ConservativeShoe PhoneThe Smurfette PrincipleGirls with MoustachesConjoined TwinsVisual Pun
TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for Freakshow, including Gay Conservative, Shoe Phone, The Smurfette Principle.